Players like Roberto Gagliardini
CM/CDMHellas Verona · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRoberto Gagliardini's profile ↗
The players most similar to Roberto Gagliardini are Rubén Alcaraz, Anouar El Azzouzi, Enric Llansana. Doppel rates Rubén Alcaraz (Granada) a 79/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Rubén Alcaraz scores 79/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Roberto Gagliardini is a robust defensive midfielder with a knack for disrupting opposition play and winning aerial battles, evidenced by his top 9% ranking in aerial duels and 11% in tackles plus interceptions. While he may not be a prolific goal-scorer, his ability to control the tempo and deliver accurate long balls makes him a valuable asset in midfield. Despite a history of injuries, his reliability this season with 33 appearances showcases his durability and commitment to the team.
Strengths: Touches, Aerial duels won, Tackles + interceptions. Availability: 38 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Roberto Gagliardini
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rubén Alcarazsimilar↗ | Granada | 35 | €300k | 92 | 79 |
| 2 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 25 | €1.6m | 91 | 78 |
| 3 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 91 | 81 |
| 4 | Terry Devlinsimilar↗ | Portsmouth | 23 | €3.9m | 90 | 77 |
| 5 | Lucas Robertonesimilar↗ | Almería | 29 | €1.9m | 90 | 77 |
| 6 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 90 | 78 |
| 7 | Samú Costasimilar↗ | Mallorca | 26 | €15m | 89 | 78 |
| 8 | Jefferson Lermasimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 32 | €5.5m | 89 | 78 |
| 9 | Peer Koopmeinerssimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 26 | €13m | 89 | 77 |
| 10 | Pape Gueyesimilar↗ | Villarreal | 27 | €39m | 88 | 78 |
| 11 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 87 | 78 |
| 12 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 87 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Roberto Gagliardini
≈ 100% Roberto Gagliardini · strong: Accurate long balls, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Roberto Gagliardini · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Roberto Gagliardini · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Roberto Gagliardini?
Statistically, Rubén Alcaraz (Granada) is the closest look-alike to Roberto Gagliardini — a 79/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Roberto Gagliardini?
By Doppel's fit score, Rubén Alcaraz (Granada) is the closest profile to Roberto Gagliardini, with a 79/100 overall match. Anouar El Azzouzi and Enric Llansana are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Roberto Gagliardini?
Yes. Rubén Alcaraz (Granada) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Roberto Gagliardini?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Roberto Gagliardini's 2025/26 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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